Angwan Rukuba killings: Plateau Speaker Calls for CalmThe Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Naanlong Daniel, has urged residents to remain calm and avoid reprisal attacks following the recent killings in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area.In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Press Secretary, Philip Eplong, the Speaker described the incident as “unfortunate” and a major setback to the peace and stability of the state.He expressed grief over the loss of lives and called on residents to embrace restraint, collective responsibility, and peaceful coexistence.Daniel commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang for his prompt response to the crisis, including his visit to the affected community and measures taken to restore order and reassure citizens.He urged youths in the state to shun violence and resist attempts by troublemakers to exploit the situation for reprisals, stressing that the future of Plateau depends on their commitment to peace and discipline.The Speaker also warned against the spread of unverified information capable of escalating tensions, calling on residents to remain law-abiding and support security agencies working to restore normalcy.He assured that the State Assembly would continue to collaborate with the executive arm and security agencies to enhance coordination, strengthen peace-building efforts, and safeguard lives and property.Daniel further appealed to traditional rulers, religious leaders, and community stakeholders to intensify efforts at promoting unity and tolerance at the grassroots.His appeal comes amid heightened tension in Jos following the Palm Sunday attack on Angwan Rukuba community, which claimed several lives.The state government had earlier imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North, later relaxed, though reports of fresh disturbances emerged in parts of the city.Governor Mutfwang had also announced government support for victims, including covering medical bills and burial expenses, while directing security agencies to adopt proactive, intelligence-driven operations.
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